Ethical Dupes
2 ethical dupes for Elecom Eco-USB-C Cable (3-Pack, 1m/2m/3m) – Recycled Ocean Plastic Braided Cloth
Same kind of product · Comparable ethics score · Same or lower price tier · Electronics & Tech. Picked from our independently scored catalogue.
Elecom
Elecom Eco-USB-C Cable (3-Pack, 1m/2m/3m) – Recycled Ocean Plastic Braided ClothOriginal: $$ · ethics 78/100
The picks
Sorted by ethics score. Each card shows the difference from the original.
A high-performance USB-C cable made from recycled materials and BPA-free silicone, supported by an e-waste recycling program.
Anker's top-rated 3-pack of 6-foot USB-C cables, Climate Neutral Certified and built to last – a high-demand, investment-friendly bundle for the yoga teacher who charges multiple devices in studio and home.
Side by side
Certifications are as recorded on each listing; check the scheme's own directory for current scope.
| Product | Price tier | Ethics score | Certifications the original lacks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elecom Eco-USB-C Cable (3-Pack, 1m/2m/3m) – Recycled Ocean Plastic Braided ClothElecom · original | $$ | 78/100 | — |
| Fair Trade Certified Charging CableNimble | $ | 92/100 | B Corp, 1% for the Planet, Climate Neutral |
| 100W USB-C Braided Cable Multi-Pack (6-Foot, 3-Pack) – Carbon Neutral CertifiedAnker | $$ | 82/100 | Climate Neutral |
Same kind of product
A dupe must be the same type of item as the original — soap for soap, a carry-on for a carry-on — from a different brand in the same category.
Comparable ethics
Its EthiCompare ethics score can be at most 5 points below the original's. Most picks match or beat it; the difference is shown under each card.
No pricier
It sits in the same or a lower price tier. Tiers are approximate bands, so check the retailer for today's price and size before comparing value.
Before you buy
Start with suitability, then compare the evidence. These checks are questions to investigate, not promises that every product in this ranking meets them.
- Check software-support duration, battery replacement and spare-part availability before recycled-content claims.
- Compare refurbished condition, warranty and charger compatibility; include any required accessories in the total price.
- Ask whether sourcing and worker-welfare evidence covers the device or only the brand's general commitments.
What the ranking does—and does not—tell you
The ethics score is a comparison of the information recorded in our catalogue, not a customer star rating, safety test or complete lifecycle assessment. Check the individual product's sources, certificate scope and current retailer details before deciding.
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